Major Gift Officer - Higher Ed. jobs in Aurora, CO

Do you want to make a true difference in the world? Come join our team.
Feeling ready for a career that gives you the freedom to openly live out your values, foster your spiritual life, AND excel at your work? Do you desire to work where you personally will make an eternal impact on the world?

As you look around, you may notice our societal underpinnings, cultural norms, and our overall ethos in America no longer supports and buoys up those seeking to follow Christ. At this pivotal point in history, there is an amazing opportunity to rediscover the power of the Gospel and to bring people to the saving grace and abundance of life in Jesus Christ. If you feel a tug on your heart to live on mission for the glory of the Father, we’d love to meet you.

The Mission of the Archdiocese of Denver:
The Archdiocese of Denver exists so that in Jesus Christ all might be rescued and have abundant life, for the glory of the Father. At the Archdiocese of Denver Pastoral Center, we seek to live this mission by living the following values. You will be love working here if you aspire and strive to live these.

Abide in Relationship: Having become sons and daughters of the Father in Baptism, we grow in relationship with him and our neighbor.

Be the Cavalry: Our desire is to build up God’s Kingdom and to rescue our neighbor. The work to be accomplished is ours. No army is coming; we are the cavalry.

Confound the World: We recognize we’re on mission to proclaim the power of the Gospel in the modern wilderness, a hostile land which requires courage in the face of opposition. Our joyful, countercultural witness perplexes the world and plants seeds of curiosity about its
origin

Position Description:

The Archdiocese of Denver (AOD) is seeking a passionate and dynamic individual to serve as the Gift Officer and Events Coordinator, responsible for guiding specific Mission Advancement events and as well as donor relations efforts to promote and extend the mission of Christ’s Church in Northern Colorado. This role requires attention to detail and savvy to craft transformative events while philanthropically connecting faithful Catholics with the Church and its ministries. The position is hybrid role including work at the Archdiocese Pastoral Center, at off-site event locations and remote work options.

Responsibilities:

Gift Officer:

• Work closely with the Director of Mission Advancement to execute fundraising strategies addressing both immediate and long-term needs.
• Cultivate, steward, and solicit donors to retain and increase their level of support, collaborating with the Mission Advancement team.
• Collaborate with Major Gift Officers to strengthen the major gift prospect pool.
• Execute donor stewardship and retention strategies for individuals, attending and supporting AOD events to engage appropriate donors.
• Communicate vision, strategy, and specific initiatives externally to donors.
• Prepare regular reports on the impact of development efforts and utilize donor software for data management.
• Support the Director of Mission Advancement

Event Management:

• Support the preparation and execution of fundraising events.
• Lead the planning and execution of development events, including dinner parties, galas, open houses, and Masses, to engage donors and promote the mission of the Church.
• Measure the effectiveness of volunteer recruitment and management efforts for fundraising events.
• Monitor event budgets, vendor contracts, and financial performance to ensure adherence to budget forecasts and cost control measures.
• Evaluate marketing materials and communication strategies for consistent and appropriate messaging.
• Analyze event performance metrics, attendee tracking, and sponsorship acquisition success.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and organizational information and ensure compliance with standard office hours.

Qualifications:

• College or University BA or BS
• Organized and uses time efficiently
• Four plus years of fundraising, philanthropy, program or event management experience.
• Expert in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; Experience and knowledge of Raiser’s Edge and event-based software.
• Fluent in philanthropy, fundraising and event planning.
• Fully initiated Catholic in communion with the Catholic Church, adhering to Catholic doctrine and morals.
• Ability to present ideas orally and in writing when dealing with sensitive issues.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience assisting and managing fundraising events.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, thrive under pressure, and embrace change.

• Generous Paid Time Off: 22 days starting (accrued) 18 paid holidays (including the full week

• Pension Plan: Annual Contribution of 6% of salary to retirement plan
• Parental Leave: 60 Calendar Days for mothers and 30 Calendar Days for fathers fully paid upon the birth/placement of a child (natural birth, adoption, foster-to-adopt). Full parental leave can be used if employed 12 months or longer. Half (30 days for mothers/15 days for fathers) can be used if employed 6 months to a year.
• Cemetery and Mortuary Discounts
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Catholic Biblical School: Free and discount courses
• Augustine Institute: 25% off master’s degree courses